A busy Lowestoft road was closed during rush hour today after a two-car crash blocked the road.

The crash occurred just after 4pm on Katwijk Way when a Ford Focus and Toyota Yaris collided.

A spokesman for Suffolk Constabulary said: 'We received reports of a two-car road traffic collision in Katwijk Way, with early reports indicating the road was blocked.'

Emergency services, including a paramedic car and ambulance crew, arrived on scene to support those involved.

Police closed the road in order for it to be cleared with witnesses reporting one person being taken to hospital.

The road was reopened just before 5pm.